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Salford Museum and Art Gallery
Working heritage museum with a recreated Victorian street, historic machines and family activities linked to Salford's past.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Swinton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Swinton will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 trains from Sheffield to Swinton, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Trains from Sheffield to Swinton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 16m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Swinton trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:05 Sheffield | 0h24 | 10:29 Swinton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Working heritage museum with a recreated Victorian street, historic machines and family activities linked to Salford's past.
Large science and industry museum in nearby Manchester with transport, engineering and interactive galleries for all ages.
Major art gallery with important fine art collections, changing exhibitions and a grand historic setting in central Manchester.
Large landscaped park with woodland walks, play areas and open lawns, popular for gentle strolls close to central Swinton.
Waterside walking route linking Swinton with wider Greater Manchester, valued for towpath walks, cycling and industrial scenery.
Local nature area and woodland edge offering quieter walking paths, birdlife and a more residential side of Swinton.
A crumbly oatcake baked on a griddle, traditionally served with Lancashire cheese. A classic North West staple tied to working-class breakfasts and teas.
A hot-pot of lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes, slowly baked. It is one of Greater Manchester’s best-known hearty traditional dishes.
A mild, creamy cow’s milk cheese from the county, often eaten with oatcakes or fruitcake. It is a defining regional food of Lancashire.
Well-known Italian restaurant serving pizza, pasta and classic mains in a friendly, family-oriented atmosphere.
Popular local Indian restaurant known for curries, grills and a relaxed modern setting. A dependable choice for a casual meal in Swinton.
Traditional pub venue serving British comfort food and drinks in an informal setting. Good for a straightforward local meal.
Moderate for Greater Manchester. Dining and local transport are reasonable, while hotel prices can rise near Manchester city centre or during major events.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. In cafés, tipping is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Swinton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Swinton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sheffield to Swinton trains use the Meadowhall to Swinton (South Yorkshire) station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Swinton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Swinton (South Yorkshire) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Swinton (South Yorkshire).
Ticket office support is available at Swinton (South Yorkshire).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Swinton (South Yorkshire): Parking, WC.
Available at Swinton (South Yorkshire): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Swinton (South Yorkshire): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - No access problems for mobility impaired customers as the access to the platforms is via level access to LDS bound platform and ramped access to SHF bound platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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